IT and Business Process Association of the Philippines (IBPAP) and StackTrek, a global provider of artificial intelligence (AI) and programming training solutions, announced their partnership for the development of IT talents in the country.
Both parties said the initiative dubbed National IT Talent Development is aligned with the vision of the Philippine IT-BPM Industry Roadmap 2028 to create 1.1 million new jobs by 2028, aims to enable the Filipino talent and open them up to opportunities in the IT-BPM sector.
IBPAP's Jack Madrid (left) with Stacktrek's Bill Yuen
The partnership will focus on embedding training for industry-relevant skills into the curriculum and internship programs of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) and launching IT career initiatives across the Philippines, a statement said.
It has the following three components: AI & Programming Academy, StackLab, and AI Executive Education Program.
The AI & Programming Academy offers tailored learning programs and a cutting-edge Learning Management System (LMS) to empower businesses to thrive in the digital age. It delivers comprehensive training solutions in programming and AI, enabling companies to prepare for an AI-powered future.
StackLab specializes in establishing AI Research and Development (R&D) units and delivering AI software applications to clients. Through StackLab, businesses can benefit from comprehensive training and continuous skills development to create dedicated AI R&D units customized to their specific needs.
AI Executive Education Program empowers leaders to remain at the forefront of AI developments and leverage the technology to drive growth and innovation within their organizations. It features intensive learning and consulting sessions led by expert trainers and offers a unique opportunity for participants to share experiences, challenges, and receive personalized guidance and feedback from the trainers.
“The partnership between StackTrek and IBPAP represents a groundbreaking collaboration that will help the Philippine IT-BPM industry seize the tremendous economic opportunity presented by AI,” said Bill Yuen, CEO at StackTrek. “We believe that with our combined expertise, resources, and vision, we can empower individuals and organizations to embrace AI, redefine business landscapes, and drive the industry forward.”
The National IT Talent Development partnership demonstrates the shared commitment of IBPAP and StackTrek to fuel the development of the Philippines’ digital workforce. By leveraging advanced training solutions and capitalizing on the vast opportunities presented by AI, this collaboration is set to transform the IT-BPM industry and secure the country’s position as a global leader in the digital economy.
“In what could be an AI-driven economy, proactive collaboration is crucial to empower the Filipino talent, enabling them to flourish in roles that involve higher-value work,” said Jack Madrid, IBPAP President and CEO. “Through partnerships with both the public and private sectors, and a steadfast commitment to continuous upskilling and reskilling, the Philippine IT-BPM industry will remain highly sought-after and globally competitive.”
StackTrek is a global provider of AI and programming training solutions with offices in Hong Kong, Canada, and the Philippines. With tailored learning programs, an advanced Learning Management System (LMS), and expert trainers, StackTrek prepares companies for the AI-powered future.
IBPAP is the primary trade body and advocacy group of the IT and Business Process Management (IT-BPM) industry in the country. IBPAP serves as the one-stop information and advocacy gateway for the sector. It has over 300 members and six partner associations.